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K871 JUB

1993 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,049 mi
Last recorded61,049 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW R Series46,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK871 JUB
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 61,049 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 56,384 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2024 56,384 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 51,472 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2023 51,469 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 48,471 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 48,471 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 46,404 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre low on pressure

Pass 31 Jan 2019 44,312 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 40,937 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2017 38,852 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 37,920 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 37,216 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2014 36,479 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 35,249 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 34,482 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 33,103 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 33,084 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 31,306 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 31,086 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 30,851 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 30,258 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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K871 JUB is a 1993 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1993 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 46,426 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K871 JUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 33 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K871 JUB registered?

K871 JUB is a 1993 BMW R Series, first registered on 16 April 1993.

Is K871 JUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K871 JUB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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